Due to the fact that almost every day here on CG Talk we get threads being posted about CG schools, we think it would be best to have a nice compilation of links to necessary information that has been posted on the forum previously, to avoid people having to constantly repost information, and also to serve as a resource for anyone considering studying the subject, so that they do not have to resort to posting threads asking about particular schools.

Basically, we are trying to cut down on repetitive threads.

We would like to ask that should people have information about schools that they may have been to or know about, that feel should be added to this list, please let us know so that we can add them here.

This will be an ever increasing list...

Disclaimer
This list in no way reflects the opinions of the owners of CG Talk and/or its sponsors in any way. This is simply a list of popular educational institutions, and has been compiled in the best interests of the community, and not to represent the educational recommendations of CG Talk or its sponsors.

CG Schools across the world

Be sure to do searches on each of these schools here in the General Discussions forum, as there might be some information about them here. I have added links to specific threads where I have found a lot of opinions and information.

Be sure to do a search on Gnomon here on CG Talk, as it has been discussed in lots of threads
Animation Mentor (http://www.animationmentor.com/) Online Animation workshops from some of the worlds top animation artists.
Academy Of Art University (http://www.academyart.edu/) (San Francisco, California)

Be sure to do a search on this one in the General Discussions forum, as it has been discussed many times
Seneca College - Digital Media Centre (http://aac.senecac.on.ca) (Toronto, Canada)
Sheridan - Institute Of Technology and Advanced Learning (http://www.sheridanc.on.ca/) (Ontario, Canada)

Thread about VFS here on CG Talk (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=48100) There are lots of threads that mention VFS all over the forum, so do a search for more information.
Virginia College (http://www.vc.edu/index.html) (Birmingham and Huntsville, Alabama)
Full Sail Real World Education (http://www.fullsail.com/) (Orlando, Florida)
The Digital Animation and Visual Effects School (DAVE School) (http://www.daveschool.com/) (Orlando, Florida)
School Of Visual Arts (http://www.schoolofvisualarts.edu/) (New York, NYC)
Sociedad Mexicana de Comunicadores Independientes (AMCI) (http://www.amci.com.mx) (Mexico City, Mexico)
Design-Engine Education (http://www.proetools.com/) (Chicago)
--> Some CG Talk members opinions on the top schools in the US (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=23087)

Remember also to check out the websites of the manufacturers of the software that you would like to learn, as many of their sites do have links to places that they recommend.

Links to threads on CG Talk about CG education in general

What kind of schooling do you professionals recommend? (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=64951)
Interesting poll about who studied 3D and who is self taught here on CG Talk (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=59924)
Huge thread about CG schools (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=47042)
Importance Of a Degree (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=44802)
Some opinions about the top art colleges around (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=47061)
A Degree, is it that important? (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4716)
Is High School Education necessary for Success in the CG Industry? (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=8046)
Other relevant Links

3D Ark Careers Archive (http://www.3dark.com/archives/index.html) Check out the Careers section here for a bunch of informative articles for those people who are interested in pursuing CG as a career.

Once again, if I have left out anything here that I should have included, please send me a PM, and I'll add it to the list. Also feel free to send me links to other relevant sites. I hope that you find this thread useful.
-Leigh

And for those of you who have just graduated, or are looking to break into the industry...

We're always getting threads here on CG Talk that are asking for information as to what on earth should go on your demo reels, then here are some links for you:

LucasArts tips for demo reels (http://www.lucasarts.com/jobs/demoreel.htm)
Basic Tips for Resume Submission from Blizzard Entertainment (http://www.blizzard.com/jobopp/tips-basic.shtml)
More Demo Reel Tips by Pamela Thompson on 3D Ark (http://www.3dark.com/archives/demoreelpro8.html)
Tips for a Demo Reel that Works by By Bill Davis (http://www.kenstone.net/fcp_homepage/demo_reel.html)
Reel Opportunities by By Jenny Arata (http://www.interlog.com/%7Eblaq/TAZA/TutorialDemoReel.html)
Education 101: The Demo Reel by By Shadoukat on the ScratchPost (http://www.thescratchpost.com/resources/reel.shtml)
Colorado Game Developers: Demo Reels Tips and Tricks by Brian Robbins & Karl Fasickon (http://www.3dark.com/archives/demoreelpro8.html)
How to get a Job in Computer Animation:

Create an Amazing Demo Reel and get It to the Right People

by By Ed Harris (http://www.edharriss.com/getajob) - An entire book about how to go about pursuing a career in this exciting field!
Top 10 Tips for Landing a Job In 3D by Jeremy Birn (http://www.3drender.com/jobs/top10.htm)
Interview with an ILM Animator (http://www.cgtalk.com/showthread.php?threadid=115293)
Some Information for Students by Andrew Whitehurst, Senior Technical Director: Framestore-CFC. Some valuable insight for students, especially for those interested in TD/lighting positions in the industry.

(http://www.andrew-whitehurst.net/graduates.html)
I'll add more threads/links as I come across them. If you know of any that should be included here, please send me a PM with a link.